Presley Gerber, the model and only son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at the age of 27. He passed away Sunday, September 20, at an undisclosed rehab facility. His family has asked for privacy during what they describe as a very difficult and painful time, and no cause of death has been determined.
His final Instagram post, shared on August 5, shows him smiling in a Vuori clothing campaign, and fans have turned the comments into an outpouring of grief and support. Just two months earlier, his sister, actress Kaia Gerber, praised him for being open about his journey with addiction and mental health, calling him“this absolute teacher”who says,“I’m gonna be very human for everyone.”His last public appearance came in June at a Malibu event, where he discussed coming off his medications.
Beyond the celebrity headlines, Presley’s story touches on something many young adults know personally: the reality of addiction and mental health, and how hard it can be to ask for help. Resources like SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP, are free, confidential, and available 24/7 for anyone who needs them.
If you’ve followed Presley’s journey, what’s one thing his openness taught you?
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